Bridge on RR 222 in Colinton Road Closure on July 2nd

Please note that due to geotechnical drilling at the bridge on July 2nd, the bridge immediately east of Colinton on Range Road 222 will be closed from 12:00pm-4:00pm on that date. No detour will be available. Residents east of this closure will receive a notice in writing prior to the work starting.  

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Development Permit Approvals for the Week of June 26th, 2024

Permitted D24-086 change of use for an existing 28’x 28′ garage to dwelling and a 28′ x 30′ (16′ high) addition (1624 sq. ft. total) Plan 0828669; Block 2; Lot 121 within NE 14-66-18-W4 (Div. 7) Decision Date: June 21, 2024   Anyone claiming to be affected by the approval may submit an appeal within…

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Development Permit Approvals for the Week of June 19th 2024

Permitted   D24-082 26′ x 38′ (24′ high) residence with a 608 sq. ft. loft and an 8′ x 38′ & 12′ x 34′ L shaped covered deck, a 24′ x 24′ (23′ 11″ high) detached garage with a 280 sq. ft. loft, and a 10′ x 12′ (10′ high) shed Plan 0828669; Block 2;…

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Meeting Notice – County Council

We’re currently experiencing technical difficulties with our camera system. The audio is still being livestreamed and recorded.   The Thursday, June 27th, 2024, Regular County Council meeting will be held in Council Chambers. Members of the public can watch a live stream of the meeting via our YouTube Channel. You can view the agenda by…

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Athabasca County Receives Water for Life Grant

Athabasca County is thrilled to announce a pivotal milestone in the region’s water infrastructure enhancement efforts: the successful grant approval of the Water for Life program for the Island Lake Water Line Extension project, and for feasibility studies to extend water lines to the Hamlets of Caslan and Rochester. These grant approvals and projects will…

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Request for Proposal – Highway 63 Road Rescue Services

Athabasca County invites qualified service providers to respond to the following Request for Proposal (RFP) regarding the provision of road rescue services on Highway 63 as detailed in the following RFP. The County’s objectives with respect to Highway 63 Road Rescue Services are as follows: Alleviate strain on volunteer first responders by having a full-time…

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Meeting Notice – Committee of the Whole

The Tuesday, June 18th, 2024, Committee of the Whole Meeting will be held in Council Chambers at 9:30 am. Members of the public can watch a live stream of the meeting via our YouTube Channel. You can view the agenda by clicking below. VIEW AGENDA MEETING DETAILS The meeting will begin at 9:30 am, MDT,…

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Inclement Weather & Road Repairs

The County is aware of maintenance and repair needs on our roads throughout the region. Despite our best efforts, Mother Nature frequently hinders County operations. When the weather improves, our crews quickly mobilize to make necessary repairs. This approach ensures effective maintenance and repair, as working in poor conditions can compromise repair quality. We appreciate…

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Shoulder pull delayed on TWP 623

Due to inclement weather, the shoulder pull on TWP 623 east of Rochester is delayed and road conditions are deteriorating. Please use alternate routes east of Mystic Meadows to RR 225.

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